Skip To Main Content

Career & College Planning Resources

Colleges and Universities
You can earn a bachelor's degree in your area of interest and increase your opportunities in finding employment in your chosen field. You may decide that you wish to pursue post-graduate work beyond a four year degree for either a master's degree or a professional degree or a Ph.D. Check websites and catalogues for admission requirements, transfer policies and cost factors.

Community and Junior Colleges
You can earn an associates degree if you complete a program of study. Many classes taken a community at a community or junior college will transfer to a four-year college. Check websites or contact the office of admissions directly for admission requirement, transfer policies, and cost factors.

Technical Schools
Additional job skills will raise entry-level salaries, improve working conditions, and allow for more advancements and promotions.  Articulated courses may be taken in high school that will give credit or hours toward a postsecondary course plan.

Military Service
You can serve your country, earn a salary, and receive training whether you make the armed services your life-time career or not. You can also earn a college degree while in a military program or receive financial help from the government after you leave the service. Remember to talk with your counselor about R.O.T.C opportunities that are offered at your campus.

If military service is your choice after graduation, contact recruiters or talk with one that visits your campus. Remember, not all armed services offer the same opportunities; you need to find out what each one offers and what you obligation is in return.

The Workforce
You can prepare to enter the workforce by researching job opportunities and careers in the immediate and long-range future by:

  • taking a career interest survey
  • researching opportunities in job search engines
  • preparing a resume
  • creating a LinkedIn profile
  • checking the library for career information
  • obtaining work experience
  • obtaining part time jobs after school hours
  • obtaining technology jobs after school hours
  • participating in co-op programs
  • participating in internships and apprenticeships
  • finding summer employment
  • securing a professional mentor